References

  1. The WebAIM 1 Million Report
    Read the WebAIM Million Project Report for more details on web accessibility trends.

  2. WebAIM: Making the Web Accessible to Everyone, One Site at a Time!

    WebAIM (Web Accessibility in Mind), webaim.org, is a pioneering team of accessibility experts based at Utah State University. Driven by a mission to create an inclusive digital world, they empower web developers, designers, and organizations to make online experiences accessible to people of all abilities. With decades of experience, cutting-edge tools, and renowned training programs, WebAIM is at the forefront of global accessibility standards. Through research, advocacy, and hands-on support, they’re breaking down digital barriers and setting the stage for a web that everyone can enjoy.

  3. WCAG Standards and Guidelines
    Visit the W3C Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI) Standards and Guidelines page for an overview of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), including resources on implementing accessible design and development standards.

  4. Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2
    Explore the latest version of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines with WCAG 2.2 on the W3C website. This document provides up-to-date accessibility criteria to help developers and designers make web content more accessible for people with disabilities.

  5. How People with Disabilities Use the Web
    Learn about the different ways people with disabilities interact with web content and the barriers they may face. This W3C resource outlines specific challenges and the design strategies to accommodate diverse abilities.

  6. WCAG 2.2 Explorer Tool
    Use the WCAG 2.2 Explorer on Notion to navigate WCAG 2.2 guidelines with an interactive interface, helping you understand accessibility criteria and find the specific requirements that apply to your project.

  7. WCAG AA Map by Andrew Hick
    Explore a visual map of the WCAG guidelines created by Andrew Hick, offering a structured view of WCAG 2.2 and how its principles interrelate to support accessibility. (personal note: Andrew’s mapping is not only visually beautiful and engaging, but gently reinforces the relatedness of all of the principles.)

  8. WCAG AAA Map by Andrew Hick
    For advanced accessibility requirements, review the WCAG AAA guidelines in this visual map, which breaks down the highest level of WCAG conformance to assist with achieving comprehensive accessibility. (personal note: And…He did it again, adhering to the triple AAA standard. Bravo, Mr. Hick!)

  9. Designing for Accessibility: A Guide
    Learn how to start designing inclusively with the UX Design article on accessibility fundamentals, which provides actionable steps for creating user-centered experiences that support diverse needs.

  10. WCAG Principle: Perceivable
    Understand the “Perceivable” principle of WCAG in depth with this UX Design article explaining perceptible design practices, helping you ensure content is available to all users.

  11. WCAG Principle: Operable
    Explore the “Operable” principle of WCAG, detailed in this UX Design article on operability in accessibility, which emphasizes making interactive elements usable for people of all abilities.

  12. WCAG Principles: Understandable and Robust
    This UX Design article on the WCAG principles of “Understandable” and “Robust” outlines best practices for creating accessible, intuitive, and technology-compatible experiences.

  13. Innovations by People with Disabilities
    Discover everyday items invented by people with disabilities in this HowStuffWorks article, showing the significant impact of these inventions on society.

  14. Thank Inventors with Disabilities
    Learn about innovations created by people with disabilities in this article from ShareAmerica, highlighting unique contributions and tools that have improved lives for everyone.

  15. OXO: Inclusive Design Case Study
    Examine the partnership between OXO and Smart Design, which produced ergonomic kitchen tools that prioritize accessibility and ease of use, setting a standard for inclusive product design.

  16. The Invention of the Electric Toothbrush
    This article from WhoCanDoWhat shares the story behind the invention of the electric toothbrush, an innovation designed to assist people with limited dexterity.

  17. Network Rail’s Commitment to Tactile Paving
    The RNIB reports on Network Rail’s efforts to install tactile paving for improved accessibility at rail stations, enhancing safety for visually impaired travelers.

  18. Funding for Railway Safety and Accessibility
    Stay updated on RNIB’s advocacy for accessible rail stations, focusing on securing funding for tactile paving and other safety measures.

  19. Inclusive Furniture Design in Society
    This article from Healthcare Facilities Today highlights four ways accommodating furniture designs are making public spaces more inclusive and accessible.

  20. The Fight for Closed Captioning
    Explore the history of deaf advocates’ success in securing closed captioning on broadcast television, which paved the way for improved media accessibility.

  21. 10 Products that Aid Daily Tasks for People with Disabilities
    Re-Thinking the Future presents disability-friendly products designed to assist with daily activities, supporting independence and accessibility.

  22. UN’s Initiative on Accessible Technologies
    The United Nations reports on global efforts to make technology more accessible, addressing the digital divide and advocating for innovations that include people with disabilities.